Anyone know of a good place to store a bike over the winter? I'm in an apartment and lack a garage... so i was just wondering.

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A lot of people rent storage units for storing their bikes. It doesn't necessarily get your bike completely out of the cold if you put a cover over it, it helps to keep it clean and out of harms way. If possible, put the bike on front and rear stands to get the tires off the ground. If a bike sits on the tires in the same spot for a long time, it can cause flat spots in the tires.

So do you guys recommend draining fluids out of the bike before storing? I've heard both ways. ?? ???

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You definately don't want to drain the fluids before storage. You actually want everything to be clean and full.

*Gas: Completely fill the tank and add some fuel stabilizer.
- this prevents oxidation and rust inside of the tank.
*Oil: A fresh change right before storage. Fill it about a half quart above full.
- a fresh change gets rid of the buildup in your oil that can cause pitting of the bearings.
*Anti-Freeze: A fresh change (you're supposed to do it yearly so this is the perfect time for it) and make sure you've got at least a 50/50 ratio of anti-freeze to water. It gets cold enough here that you don't want to go with less anti-freeze.
- I run water with water wetter during the summer because it increases the cooling properties of water (anti-freeze actually decreases the cooling properties) and is allowed on the track. You've DEFINATELY got to change to anti-freeze if you do this.
*Blinker Fluid: a fresh change will keep the electrical system from corroding over the winter ;D

Remember to put your bike on stands (if you've got them) to prevent flat spots and dry rot of the rubber on your tires. If you don't have stands, putting the tires on wood is better than concrete.

Well my bro just had a spot open up in his storage unit, so i think i'm going to be parking my bike there for a little while. Hopefully get out there every once and awhile and start her up. But with enough notice and i can still get her out in time for a ride if the weather permits.

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